Navigate Government Compliance Without Big 4 Costs or ATO Delays
FedRAMP authorization, CMMC certification, and NIST 800-53 compliance from former DoD assessors and federal CISOs. AI-powered control implementation delivers 9-11 month FedRAMP vs. 18-24 months typical.
Are You Facing These Government Compliance Challenges?
- ATO delays blocking agency cloud adoption
- CMMC Level 3 certification deadline pressure
- NIST 800-53 continuous monitoring burden
- DoD contractor security requirements unclear
- Classified information handling gaps
- Supply chain risk management immature
Why Government Contractors Choose Newf Advisory
Combined DoD, federal agency, and defense contractor experience
Former federal CISOs and C3PAOs who've delivered 12+ successful FedRAMP authorizations
FedRAMP Moderate ATO timeline vs. 18-24 months industry average
Big 4 expertise at boutique pricing through AI-accelerated NIST control implementation
Government-Specific Compliance Challenges We Solve
From FedRAMP authorization to CMMC certification, we've built our practice around the unique regulatory and technical challenges facing government agencies and defense contractors.
Authority to Operate (ATO) Delays
FedRAMP ATO timelines average 18-24 months due to incomplete security packages, control implementation gaps, and continuous monitoring setup issues. We accelerate to 9-11 months through AI-native control automation.
- FedRAMP-ready System Security Plan (SSP)
- NIST 800-53 control implementation acceleration
- Continuous monitoring automation
CMMC Certification Pressure
DoD CMMC 2.0 requirements mandate Level 2 (110 controls) or Level 3 (NIST 800-171 + enhanced) certification for defense contractors. Non-compliance means contract loss. Our former DoD assessors know exactly what C3PAOs evaluate.
- CMMC Level 2/3 gap assessment
- NIST 800-171 implementation roadmap
- C3PAO assessment preparation
Continuous Monitoring Burden
FedRAMP and FISMA mandate ongoing security assessment and authorization (SA&A) through continuous monitoring. Manual processes consume 30-50 hours per month. Our AlignSure integration automates evidence collection and control validation.
- Automated NIST 800-53 control monitoring
- Monthly ConMon report generation
- POA&M tracking and remediation
Defense Contractor Security Requirements
Federal and defense contractors must navigate DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST 800-171, CMMC, and agency-specific security requirements. We've implemented compliant security programs for 50+ government contractors across DoD, civilian agencies, and intelligence community.
- DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance
- CUI protection program development
- SPRS score optimization (110/110 target)
Classified Information Handling
Defense contractors handling classified information must meet NISPOM requirements, maintain facility clearances, and implement SCIF security controls. Our team includes former FSOs and security professionals with Top Secret/SCI clearances.
- NISPOM compliance (32 CFR Part 117)
- SCIF accreditation support
- FSO program management
Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM)
Federal agencies and contractors face increasing supply chain security requirements—NIST 800-161, DoD CMMC supply chain assessment, and FedRAMP supply chain risk management. China, Russia, and other adversaries target the weakest link.
- NIST 800-161 SCRM program
- Vendor security assessment automation
- SBOM and software supply chain security
Government Advisory Services by Tier
From FedRAMP authorization to tactical CMMC gap assessments—choose the engagement model that fits your agency or contractor organization's needs and budget.
Strategic Authorization Programs
Multi-year FedRAMP authorization, agency-wide FISMA compliance, and large defense contractor CMMC Level 3 programs requiring comprehensive NIST 800-53 implementation and continuous monitoring.
FedRAMP Moderate/High Authorization
End-to-end FedRAMP authorization—System Security Plan (SSP), NIST 800-53 control implementation, 3PAO assessment, JAB or Agency ATO, and continuous monitoring setup.
- FedRAMP-ready SSP (325+ controls)
- 3PAO assessment coordination
- JAB P-ATO or Agency ATO
- Continuous monitoring automation
CMMC Level 3 Certification Program
CMMC Level 3 (NIST 800-171 + 24 enhanced controls) certification for defense contractors handling CUI—gap assessment, control implementation, C3PAO certification, and annual surveillance readiness.
- CMMC Level 3 readiness roadmap
- NIST 800-171 control implementation
- System Security Plan (SSP) development
- C3PAO certification achievement
Agency-Wide FISMA Compliance Program
Enterprise FISMA compliance program for federal agencies—NIST 800-53 control implementation across all information systems, continuous monitoring, and annual FISMA reporting to OMB and IG.
- Agency-wide security assessment
- System inventory and categorization
- NIST 800-53 implementation roadmap
- Annual FISMA reporting automation
Specialized Consulting
Focused engagements addressing specific government compliance needs—NIST 800-53 assessments, ATO acceleration, CMMC readiness, continuous monitoring setup.
FedRAMP Readiness Assessment
Comprehensive FedRAMP readiness assessment—architecture review, NIST 800-53 gap analysis, remediation roadmap, and cost/timeline estimates for full authorization.
- NIST 800-53 gap analysis (325 controls)
- Architecture security review
- ATO roadmap and timeline
ATO Acceleration Program
Accelerated ATO for federal agencies stuck in assessment backlog—SSP completion, POA&M remediation, assessment prep, and Authorizing Official (AO) package delivery.
- System Security Plan completion
- POA&M remediation acceleration
- AO authorization package
NIST 800-53 Assessment & Authorization
Independent NIST 800-53 security assessment for federal systems—control testing, security assessment report (SAR), POA&M development, and continuous monitoring recommendations.
- Security Assessment Report (SAR)
- POA&M with risk scores
- Continuous monitoring setup
Continuous Monitoring Setup
Automated continuous monitoring for FedRAMP or FISMA—tool integration, control validation automation, monthly ConMon report generation, and POA&M tracking.
- AlignSure ConMon integration
- Automated evidence collection
- Monthly ConMon report automation
Supply Chain Risk Management Program
NIST 800-161 supply chain risk management program—vendor security assessment automation, SBOM management, and ongoing supply chain monitoring for software and hardware.
- NIST 800-161 SCRM framework
- Vendor risk assessment automation
- SBOM and software supply chain security
Fractional Executive
Part-time C-suite leadership for government contractors and agencies—former federal CISOs, ISSOs, and DoD security professionals providing strategic guidance, FedRAMP/CMMC expertise, and ATO support at 30-40% of full-time cost.
Fractional Federal CISO
Former federal agency CISO providing strategic security leadership, FISMA oversight, FedRAMP program management, and Board/Congressional testimony preparation.
- Federal security strategy
- FISMA compliance oversight
- FedRAMP program management
Fractional ISSO (Information System Security Officer)
Dedicated ISSO for government contractors—NIST 800-53 compliance, continuous monitoring, POA&M management, and ATO package maintenance for defense contracts.
- System security oversight
- Continuous monitoring execution
- ATO maintenance and reauthorization
Fractional Defense Contractor CISO
Former DoD contractor CISO providing CMMC certification leadership, DFARS compliance oversight, CUI protection, and NISPOM security program management.
- CMMC certification roadmap
- DFARS/NIST 800-171 compliance
- CUI and classified data programs
Enablement Services
Focused, time-bound projects for specific government compliance needs—gap assessments, training, policy development, and certification preparation.
CMMC Gap Assessment
AI-powered CMMC Level 2 or Level 3 gap assessment—NIST 800-171 compliance review, SPRS score analysis, remediation roadmap, and certification timeline estimate.
FedRAMP Pre-Assessment
Rapid FedRAMP feasibility assessment—architecture review, cost/benefit analysis, authorization timeline, and go/no-go recommendation for cloud service providers.
NIST 800-171 Implementation
Comprehensive NIST 800-171 implementation for defense contractors—110 control implementation, CUI protection procedures, and SPRS score optimization (110/110 target).
Government Security Training
Role-specific government security training—CUI handling, CMMC awareness, FedRAMP fundamentals, and NIST 800-171 compliance. Includes materials and completion tracking.
Deep Government Regulatory Expertise
Our team has navigated every major government security framework and authorization process—from FedRAMP JAB reviews to DoD CMMC certifications.
FedRAMP Authorization Mastery
Full lifecycle FedRAMP authorization expertise—Readiness Assessment, SSP development, NIST 800-53 implementation, 3PAO assessment, JAB P-ATO or Agency ATO, and continuous monitoring.
- FedRAMP Moderate (325 controls)
- FedRAMP High (421 controls)
- JAB P-ATO and Agency ATO pathways
- FedRAMP Tailored (Low-SaaS applications)
CMMC 2.0 Certification
DoD CMMC 2.0 expertise from former DoD assessors—Level 1 (self- assessment), Level 2 (C3PAO assessment, 110 controls), and Level 3 (government assessment, NIST 800-171 + enhanced).
- CMMC Level 2 (NIST 800-171, 110 controls)
- CMMC Level 3 (NIST 800-172, 24 enhanced)
- DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance
- SPRS score optimization (110/110 target)
FISMA Compliance
Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) compliance for agencies—Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST 800-53 controls, continuous monitoring, and annual reporting to OMB.
- NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- NIST SP 800-37 Rev 2 (7-step RMF)
- System categorization (FIPS 199)
- Annual FISMA metrics and reporting
NIST Framework Expertise
Comprehensive NIST Special Publication expertise—800-53 (security controls), 800-171 (CUI protection), 800-161 (supply chain), 800-37 (RMF), and Cybersecurity Framework.
- NIST 800-53 Rev 5 (security controls catalog)
- NIST 800-171 Rev 2 (CUI protection)
- NIST 800-161 Rev 1 (supply chain risk)
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
Classified Information Security
National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) compliance for defense contractors handling classified information—facility clearances, SCIF accreditation, and FSO programs.
- NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
- SCIF construction and accreditation (ICD 705)
- FSO and SFSO program management
- JPAS/DISS personnel security
DoD & Federal Authorization Experience
Real-world federal authorization experience—12+ successful FedRAMP ATOs, 25+ CMMC certifications, 50+ NIST 800-53 assessments. Our team includes former federal CISOs, DoD assessors, and 3PAO auditors.
- 12+ FedRAMP ATOs delivered
- 25+ CMMC certifications achieved
- 50+ NIST 800-53 assessments
- Former federal CISOs and C3PAOs on staff
Real-World Government Advisory Success Stories
How we've helped federal contractors achieve CMMC certification, agencies secure FedRAMP authorization, and state governments modernize legacy systems.
Mid-Size Defense Contractor CMMC Level 3 Certification
250-employee defense contractor providing engineering services to DoD
DoD prime contractor required CMMC Level 3 certification to maintain subcontract worth $15M annually. No formal cybersecurity program. SPRS score: 38/110. CUI stored on employee personal devices. 18-month deadline.
NIST 800-171 gap assessment in 3 weeks. AI-accelerated control implementation. CUI enclave design and implementation. Microsoft 365 GCC High migration. C3PAO certification coordination. Annual surveillance readiness program.
Month 1-2: Gap assessment and roadmap. Month 3-8: Control implementation. Month 9-10: C3PAO assessment prep. Month 11-12: C3PAO assessment and certification.
Outcome & ROI
Certified in 12 months vs. 18-24 months typical
Annual contract value preserved
SPRS score achieved (from 38/110)
Investment (vs. $850K Big 4 quote)
Federal Cloud Service Provider FedRAMP Moderate ATO
SaaS provider serving 8 federal civilian agencies
Federal agencies demanding FedRAMP authorization before contract renewals. AWS infrastructure not FedRAMP-ready. No security documentation. Pipeline at risk: $25M over 3 years. Big 4 quotes: $1.8M, 24-month timeline.
FedRAMP Readiness Assessment (4 weeks). AWS GovCloud migration and hardening. AI-native NIST 800-53 control implementation (325 controls). SSP development. 3PAO assessment coordination. Agency ATO package delivery.
Month 1-2: Architecture and readiness. Month 3-6: Control implementation. Month 7-8: 3PAO assessment. Month 9-10: Remediation. Month 11: Agency ATO granted.
Outcome & ROI
FedRAMP Moderate ATO timeline (vs. 24 months Big 4)
3-year pipeline unlocked across 8 agencies
High-risk findings in 3PAO assessment
Investment (vs. $1.8M Big 4 estimate)
State Government Legacy System Cloud Migration & ATO
State revenue department modernizing 30-year-old tax system
$85M cloud modernization project at risk. Legacy mainframe tax system moving to Azure Government. State ATO required before go-live. NIST 800-53 compliance unknown. No internal security expertise. 14-month hard deadline.
Parallel security and development workstreams. Azure Government landing zone design. NIST 800-53 Moderate baseline implementation. State-specific control tailoring. SSP and SAR development. State CISO ATO package delivery.
Month 1-3: Security architecture design. Month 4-8: Control implementation with dev team. Month 9-11: Assessment and documentation. Month 12-13: State ATO review and approval.
Outcome & ROI
State ATO approved 2 weeks before go-live deadline
Modernization project protected from delay penalties
State ATO timeline (vs. 18-22 months typical)
Investment (vs. $1.4M Big 4 proposal)
Government Advisory ROI & Value Proposition
Quantifiable business value from government compliance done right—preserved contracts, accelerated authorization, reduced costs, and strategic enablement.
Avoided Contract Loss
Typical DoD contract value protected through CMMC certification
Defense contractors without CMMC certification lose access to DoD contracts handling CUI. Our CMMC programs protect existing contract revenue and unlock new opportunities worth millions.
- Average client contract value: $12M annually
- 25+ defense contractors certified
Accelerated ATO Timelines
FedRAMP Moderate ATO vs. 18-24 months industry average
Every month of ATO delay costs cloud service providers $500K-$2M in lost federal revenue. Our AI-accelerated NIST 800-53 implementation cuts authorization timelines by 40-50%.
- $6M-$24M faster time-to-federal-revenue
- 12+ successful FedRAMP authorizations
Big 4 Cost Savings
3-year savings vs. Big 4 consulting (typical FedRAMP engagement)
Big 4 firms charge $400-$750/hour for FedRAMP consulting with pyramid staffing (70% junior staff). Our AI-augmented senior practitioners deliver Partner-level quality at 40-60% lower cost.
Continuous Monitoring Efficiency
Annual staff time savings from automated ConMon
Manual FedRAMP continuous monitoring consumes 30-50 hours per month. Our AlignSure integration automates evidence collection, control validation, and monthly ConMon reporting—freeing security teams for strategic work.
- 85% reduction in ConMon preparation time
- Real-time POA&M tracking and remediation
Federal Revenue Enablement
Unlock federal agency sales and defense contractor opportunities
FedRAMP authorization isn't just compliance—it's a revenue enabler. Cloud service providers with FedRAMP ATOs access $50B+ annual federal cloud spending. Defense contractors with CMMC protect existing DoD contracts.
- $50B+ federal cloud market access
- DoD contract pipeline preservation
Competitive Advantage
FedRAMP, CMMC, and FISMA compliance as competitive wins
Federal buyers increasingly require FedRAMP or CMMC as table stakes for RFP participation. Our certification support services deliver authorizations 40-50% faster than competitors—unlocking federal pipeline sooner.
- 60% of federal RFPs require FedRAMP or CMMC
- First-mover advantage in federal sales cycles
Ready to Accelerate Your Government Compliance Program?
Schedule a 30-minute government compliance consultation. We'll assess your FedRAMP readiness, CMMC gaps, or FISMA posture and provide a prioritized roadmap—no obligation, no sales pitch.
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